AZCEND

The FRC provides a safe and nurturing environment focused on family development. Programs are designed to be relevant to current needs, family friendly and provide opportunities for families to grow, learn, and play together. Our early literacy programs provide children and their parents with a learning experience that prepares them to be ready to enter kindergarten, and to become lifelong learners. The one stop shopping model of our center provides a wealth of resources for families as we strive to connect beyond the initial need or crisis which may bring a family to AZCEND. The majority of our staff is bilingual/bicultural in English and Spanish and all work to make sure that every child and adult is treated with dignity and is connected to programs that make a positive impact in their lives.

Services include:

Early Literacy Programs

Giggles, Squiggles and Squirms

Musicology

Baby Brain Boxes and Brain Time

Storytime

Parenting and Caregiver Programs

Nurturing Parenting

Strengthing Multi-Ethnic Families

Keeping Kids Safe

Safe Sitter

Community Health Education and Prevention

Oral Hygiene education for parents and children

Free flouride treatment & oral health screenings

Free blood pressure checks

Nutrition education & classes

HIV/STD testing

Safety & Wellness programs

Food Bank Services (Emergency and Supplemental)

Diapers, wipes, and formula distribution

Family navigation and resource connection

Community Action Program (Emergency Eviction Assistance and Utility Assistance)